Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Officer – Mickleham in Melbourne

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School is a steadily growing school community located in the Merrifield Estate in Mickleham. Our school has a current enrolment of 1060 students. We are proud of our culturally rich community, with over 63% of our students identified as having English as an Additional Language and 34 language backgrounds represented across the school. Our diversity is a key strength, and we value strong partnerships with families and are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and excellence for all learners.

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School has been designed to meet the needs of modern learners. There are 3 purpose-built learning neighbourhoods, as well as modern relocatables. Our school’s Sports and Arts Centre provides a full-size competition court alongside a performing arts space, supporting student participation in sport, performance, and whole-school community events. Extensive outdoor spaces, including 3 playgrounds, a nature walk, kitchen garden and landscaped areas further enhance opportunities for active play, wellbeing, and connection.

Our school is achieving strong academic growth, with six learning areas now at or above state level. Attitudes to School Survey (AtoSS) data also reflects high levels of student engagement, safety, and connectedness. We are proud of our diverse community, including a high proportion of EAL learners, and we work closely with families to ensure every student feels safe, valued, and successful. Inclusive programs, including our Koorie group, celebrate culture and strengthen community connections.

VISION

Gaayip-Yagila Primary School’s commitment to excellence will empower students to become connected, engaged and collaborative learners. Students will participate in high quality teaching throughout every lesson, taking an active role in identifying their learning needs and co-constructing experiences aimed at their point of need. They will thrive academically, socially and emotionally and value diversity through showing respect for self, others and the community (locally and globally).

SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS

• We strive for excellence
• We are respectful
• We are kind

Selection Criteria

• SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
• SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
• SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
• SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
• SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
• SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Responsibilities

• Perform various landscape and seasonal garden duties including gardening, blowing leaves, planting and weeding.
• Coordinate the maintenance of school buildings and equipment, including gutter and roof cleaning, repairing and maintaining school building fixtures and fittings.
• Support minor project development on grounds and in buildings.
• Support Operations, OHS and Policy Manager with service providers/contractors.
• Move furniture and equipment.
• Minor cleaning.
• Check the school perimeters and playground equipment on a regular basis to ensure the grounds are safe.
• Keep storage facilities clean and tidy.
• Work as part of a team maintaining Occupational Health and Safety compliance including regular inspections and working with contractors and report Occupational Health and Safety Issues to leadership and the Health and Safety Representative.
• Work with the school Principal, Business Manager, School Council Buildings and Grounds Sub Committee to meet grounds and maintenance schedules and plans.
• Work under the direction of and in collaboration with the Operations, OHS and Policy Manager.
• Operate in a professional, courteous, efficient manner always respecting confidentiality for all school staff, contractors, and students.
• Undertake other related duties as requested by the Principal.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.

This position will require attendance during holiday breaks. 4 Weeks Annual Leave. Days and hours negotiable with successful applicant.